THERE is far more to fishing than catching fish. Over the past 10 or so years I have been spending one Sunday morning with the little people from Karingal Preschool. We gathered with other family members on Little Beach last…
THE Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism is hoping Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest will benefit from a visitor boost during this year’s Sail Port Stephens event, which runs from 31 March to 5 April. Sail Port Stephens is…
NSW Police have launched rapid response units to tackle youth crime across the state. Operation Soteria is a high-profile strategy involving around 60 officers. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone…
WHAT makes Port Stephens different from other coastal communities is the raw beauty. Climb up Tomaree or visit the Gan Gan Lookout on Lilly Hill in Nelson Bay and you will soon realise what I mean. The beaches and colour…
DARACON’S appeal for approval of the proposed expansion of the Martins Creek Quarry continues, with hearings now underway and continuing until 28 March. On 17 March, the public portion of the case hearings were held at Tocal Hall. Advertise with…
FEDERAL Member for Paterson Meryl Swanson has accused the Liberal Party of spreading fear amid Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25 percent tariff on all steel and aluminium products imported into the US. Ms Swanson said the decision will…
AUSTRALIANS have been urged to come together and support homegrown industries as US President Donald Trump threatens hefty tariffs on more goods. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday announced $750 million in federal funding to develop new technologies for lower…
THE Probus Club of Port Stephens has conducted its AGM and Changeover Luncheon, welcoming new blood into leadership roles. Outgoing President Rob Buchanan will hand the reins to the incoming Cheryl Rebrik. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ISAAC Nettle has transformed from a “naughty schoolboy” who rejected his culture, to a teacher sharing inherited knowledge and leading a cultural revitalisation. Mr Nettle is a proud Worimi man and the Aboriginal Education Officer at Anna Bay Public School.…
IN celebration of the NSW Seniors Festival, Boat Harbour Recreation Club held a free morning tea and introduction to pickleball event on Wednesday 12 March. It was an opportunity to celebrate and encourage older, local community members to try the…